About the Book
Who wouldn't want a fun, playful, great listener, and loving friend waiting for you in the classroom each day? Mrs. Rock's therapy dog, Lucy, is every student's best friend at St. Lucy Parish School. Lucy's Secret Saucetakes Mrs. Rock's fourth-grade class on a delicious and heartfelt journey of kindness, togetherness, friendship, companionship, and most importantly, LOVE.
Mrs. Rock is a teacher who uses the pizza-making process to help her students learn about life. She teaches her class how to "Feed the Starter" (nurture their well-being, both physically and mentally). Throughout the story, Mrs. Rock's students learn valuable life lessons from both Lucy and Mrs. Rock. The result-each student's future development of their own "Secret Sauce." And if that wasn't enough... Yes, there might be some pizza that goes missing along the way. Wonder who could have eaten it?
Lucy's Secret Sauce will serve as a bridge to deep and meaningful conversations. Lucy's Secret Sauce will make you laugh and cry. This book can be read as a family, a class, or by individuals. When you finish reading your heart will be full of love and joy. Most of all, you will leave this story ready to identify, develop, and share your Secret Sauce with the world! You might also be hungry for a slice of pizza!
About the Author :
Growing up in Campbell, California as one of eight siblings, Jeff learned the value of serving others. Mostly by witnessing his mother - "The Rock," on a daily basis. The Pizza Day Series is inspired to share life's values through the pizza making process experience. Igniting greatness in people through storytelling is one of Jeff's goals in writing The Pizza Day Series. Jeff believes in all people, and is passionate in encouraging everyone to overcome life's challenges. The Pizza Day Series takes young readers, families, teachers, teams, or anyone else interested, on a journey to better themselves. Each book in the series follows an inspirational journey of communication, chemistry, consistency, and creativity (C4). The four tenets of his Non-Profit group, C4 Leaders. Each story will encourage the reader to "light the fuse", or ¬¬take action, to implement C4 into their daily lives. Jeff is a husband, father, registered nurse, basketball coach, podcast host of Life's Essential Ingredients, and is the founder of the nonprofit organization--C4 Leaders(R). All proceeds from the sale of his books goes toward the nonprofit. Connect with Jeff at www.pizzadays.org or www.c4leaders.org. Kathrine is a mom of two wonderful boys and an illustrator living in Los Alamos NM. When she isn't illustrating, she enjoys spending time with her family and teaching art classes for kids. Traveling is a great way to relax and find inspiration for new projects.
Review :
What People Are Saying About Lucy's Secret Sauce
"Lucy's Secret Sauce is a story about LOVE. Jeff guides the reader with a powerful story of Lucy (Jeff's dog) sharing her Secret Sauce with Mrs. Rock's students. The story captures the essential ingredients of life-LOVE, COMPASSION, SELF-CARE, and PURPOSE. Lucy's Secret Sauce is a must-read book for any school-aged child, family, team, or class."
Jon Gordon, 14x Bestselling Author of The Energy Bus and The Energy Bus for Kids
"In a world where we couldn't be more rushed, it is easy to become disconnected from those who could bring us companionship and support. Lucy's Secret Sauce encourages us to slow down, challenges us to focus on the essentials, and prods us to impart love into all of our relationships. Jeff conveys that the pizza-making process is a way to slow down, and I encourage you, reader, to do just that.
Put on some music, relax, get a little bounce in your step, make some pizza, and enjoy with those you love. Friendships will grow and deepen. Most of us will be changed from the inside out."
Mimi Scurich, Vice Principal at St. Lucy Parish School
"There is so much LIFE in this book. Jeff gently takes the reader through all the emotions life provides. Jeff's background as a registered nurse for 29 years is evident in his concern for the well-being of humanity. Great book that I would recommend for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of life."
Aleta Kennedy, retired Second-Grade Teacher
"As I don't know anyone who doesn't like pizza, I don't know anyone who wouldn't be touched by this book! Lucy's Secret Sauce is the poignant tale of a playful class pet who teaches Mrs. Rock's fourth-grade students the true meaning of unconditional love. Author Jeff Christian shares his passion for life, pizza, and his dog Lucy, whose sweet spirit is very much alive in this book, inspiring us all to partake in her very own brand of Secret Sauce."
Elle Powers, Author of Angel of Eventide and I Am Mr. Poe
My wife Melanie and I read Lucy's Secret Sauce to our children Sophia, Emmalie, and Joseph ages 3 - 10. All three understood and received the message and importance of Lucy's secret sauce and how it applies to their lives. We also appreciate how the story opens the conversation with the children about processing the passing of a loved one and what it means to pass with dignity. The Pizza Day Series has been a blessing to our family, and may it be a blessing to yours.
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